The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Get Down @ The Plant on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 12 to 7 p.m. This is a full day of live music. Free to attend. And read on to learn about the dance party that will follow! Band Lineup: International Dance Night will follow, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is also a free event. Dance to a variety of styles of music, including … [Read more...] about Get Down @ The Plant June 13: Full day of live music, followed by International Dance Night
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Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
UPDATE: The May 22 event will take place in the Drakeford Library Complex Performance Space, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, because of the weather. Music Maker Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2026. This series features roots musicians steeped in the diverse traditions of the Carolina Piedmont. The concert series is in honor of Piedmont blues … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
Blues and Brews at The Plant June 6
Come to The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 1 to 9 p.m., for Blues & Brews @ The Plant, a day of live blues music and local craft beer. There will also be vendors, food and other craft beverages! Band lineup: Admission and parking is free. … [Read more...] about Blues and Brews at The Plant June 6
Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
The Town of Clayton is hosting its Square to Square Street Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Main Street, from Town Square to Horne Square. This free festival features games, activities, food and music. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Clayton Square to Square Street Street Festival June 6
Stanley Cup Watch Party at Sweetwater Apex on June 6
Market Square at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that they'll be showing the Stanley Cup game on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Their watch party starts at 7 p.m. and puck drop is at 8 p.m. What to know: They will also be rolling out their "Sip and Stroll" starting at 5 p.m. Look for the logo at participating businesses. … [Read more...] about Stanley Cup Watch Party at Sweetwater Apex on June 6
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park May 21
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return in spring of 2026. The free concerts take place at Academy Plaza. Learn all about the incredible Downtown Cary Park, including more free events. You can find all the Live at Lunch concerts (and more) at … [Read more...] about Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park May 21
LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series: Palmyra on May 21
NC State's very popular free, family-friendly, outdoor concert series, LIVE @ Lake Raleigh, is returning in April and May of 2026. It takes place at Lake Raleigh, Main Campus Drive & Campus Shores Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Gates will open at 5 p.m., and food trucks will be on site at that time. The concerts start at 6 p.m. LIVE @ Lake Raleigh Schedule Thursday, April 9, … [Read more...] about LIVE @ Lake Raleigh outdoor concert series: Palmyra on May 21
Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in May, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Check the link above for announcements about the artists. … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
Brier Creek Spring Food Truck Festival May 17
Love food trucks? Then make sure to go to the Brier Creek Spring Food Truck Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at 8010 Arco Corporate Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend and family friendly. The annual event features 50+ food trucks, plus games, local art vendors, face painting, a bounce house, and live music from Sleeping Booty. Please bring a lawn … [Read more...] about Brier Creek Spring Food Truck Festival May 17
